Kenwood KVWA146SL User manual

Brand: Kenwood

Model: KVWA146SL

Category: Washing machines

Type: User manual

Kenwood KVWA146SL is a washing machine with a 6 kg loading capacity and a variety of features to make your laundry day easier. It has 15 different washing programs, including programs for delicate fabrics, baby clothes, and sports wear. The machine also has a number of additional functions, such as a child lock, a rinse hold, and an extra rinse option. The Kenwood KVWA146SL is a great choice for families who are looking for a washing machine that is both powerful and easy to use.

KVWA146SL

WASHING MACHINE

USER MANUAL

THE CONTENTS

SECTION 1:BEFORE USING

• Safety warnings

• Recommendations

SECTION 2:INSTALLATION

• Removal of transportation screws

• Adjustment of feet

• Electrical connection

• Water supply connection

• Water drain connection

SECTION 3: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WASHING MACHINE

SECTION 4:CONTROL PANEL

• Start/Pause button

• Function indicator lights

• Function buttons

• Program knob

SECTION 5:WASHING YOUR LAUNDRY

• Before washing

• Running the machine

SECTION 6:MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Water inlet filters

• Pump filter

• Detergent drawer

• Siphon plug

• The cabinet

• The drum

• Removal of limescale

SECTION 7: PRACTICAL INFORMATION

SECTION 8:AVOIDING MINOR FAULTS

SECTION 9:AUTOMATIC FAILURE DETECTION SYSTEM

SECTION 10:INTERNATIONAL WASHING SIGNS

SECTION 11:TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 1:BEFORE USING

SAFETY WARNINGS

• Do not use a multiple socket or extension cord.

• Do not insert a plug with damaged or broken cord into the socket.

• If the cord is damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer or a

qualified service engineer in order to avoid a hazard.

• Never remove the plug from the socket by pulling the cord.

• Do not insert the plug with wet hands.

• Never touch the machine with wet hands or feet.

• Never open the detergent drawer while the device is running.

• Never force open the door of the machine while the machine is

running.

• Since the machine can reach high temperatures while running, do not

touch the drain hose and water connections when the machine is on.

• In case of any failure, first unplug the device and close the water tap.

Do not attempt to repair.Contact a qualified service engineer.

• Do not forget that the packing material of your machine is hazardous

for children.

• Do not let your children play with the washing machine.

• Keep your pet away from your machine.

• When using this machine use the guidelines within the manual.

• Your machine is designed for domestic use. Warranty will be invalid if

you use it for commercial purposes.

• This product is designed in order to work between 15-35 °C.

• This appliance should not be installed on thick pile carpet.

RECOMMENDATIONS

• If the detergent or softener is in contact with the air for a long time it

will dry and stick to your detergent drawer.To avoid this put your

detergent and softener into the detergent drawer just before washing.

• It is recommended that you use pre-washing program for only very

dirty clothes.

• Please do not exceed the maximum loading capacity of 6 kg.

• If you are not using your machine for a long time, unplug from the

mains supply, close the water supply and leave the door open in

order to keep the inside of the machine dry and prevent unpleasant

odours.

• As a result of the quality control procedures, a certain amount of

water may remain in your machine. This is not harmful for your

machine.

SECTION 2: INSTALLATION

You must pay attention to the following issues before using your washing

machine.

REMOVAL OF TRANSPORTATION SCREWS

• Transportation screws, which are located at the back of the machine,

must be removed before running the machine.

• Loosen the screws by rotating counterclockwise by a suitable wrench.

(DIAGRAM-1)

• Remove the screws by pulling them.(DIAGRAM-2)

• The plastic parts located in the interior part of your machine will fall

down under the device.

• Lift your machine up slightly, pick up the plastic parts(2 persons

recommended).

• If all of the plastic parts of screw groups have not fallen down; open

the door of your machine,move the drum until all plastic parts fall

down. Collect the parts that have fallen to the floor. There are two

plastic parts per screw.

• To the holes where the transport screws have been removed, insert

the plastic transport screw caps found in the accessories bag.

(DIAGRAM-3)

• The transportation screws, that have been removed from the machine

should be kept for any other transportation necessities.

DIAGRAM-2

DIAGRAM-1 DIAGRAM-3

ADJUSTMENT OF FEET

• Do not install your machine on rugs or similar surfaces.

• For your machine to work silently and without any vibration, it should

be installed on a flat, non-slippery and tough ground.

• You can adjust the balance of your machine from its feet.

• First, loosen the plastic adjustment nut by turning clockwise(A).

• Adjust by rotating the feet upwards or downwards.

• After the balance has been reached, tighten the plastic adjustment

nut again by rotating it counter clockwise(B).

• Never put cartons, wooden blocks or similar materials under the

machine to balance or level the ground.

A B

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

• Your washing machine works with 220-240V and 50Hz.

• A special earthed plug has been attached to the cable of your

washing machine. This plug must be inserted to a earthed socket.

The fuse value should be 10 amp. If you have no such sockets and

fuses in your house, contact a qualified electrician.

• Our company will not be responsible for any damages that may

occur as a result of usage without earthing.

WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION

• This model is designed for cold fill only.

• To prevent leakage from the connection joints, make sure the washer

at the end of water inlet hose is fitted.

• Connect the hose provided to the water inlet valve. Tighten the plastic

parts of the connections with your hand.Contact a qualified plumber

for any assistance needed.

• Water pressure of 1-10 bars from your tap will enable your machine

to work more efficiently.(1 bar pressure means water flow of more

than 8 liters in 1 minute from a fully opened tap).

• After connections are completed, check for leakage of the connection

joints by turning on your tap completely.

• Be sure that water inlet hoses are not folded, broken or crushed.

• Connect the other end of the water inlet hoses to a ¾”, thread water

tap.

Cold water inlet (White filter valve)

WATER DRAIN CONNECTION

• Be sure that water inlet hoses are not folded, twisted, crushed or

elongated by stretching.

• Water drain hose should be mounted at a height of minimum 60 cm,

maximum 100 cm from the ground.

• The end of the water drain hose may directly be fitted to the dirty

water outlet hole or a special apparatus mounted on the outlet

bracket of the wash-stand.

• Never attempt to extend the water drain hose by adding extra parts.

SECTION 3: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WASHING MACHINE

1 2 3

1-Upper tray 5-Handle

2-Detergent drawer 6-Filter cover

3-Control panel 7-Kickplate

4-Door

SECTION 4:CONTROL PANEL

1 2 3 4 5 6

1-Detergent drawer 4-Electronic display

2-Mode button 5-Start/pause button

3-Select button 6-Program knob

START/PAUSE BUTTON

This key is used for starting a programme selected or pausing by an

operating programme. Once a programme selected is started, the symbol

lights up on the electronic instrument. When it is pausing, the symbol

lights up on the electronic instrument.

WARNING

The programme knob must be turned into the position 0(stop) before

selecting the programme or changing a programme being continued.

MODE BUTTON

You can select the supplement functions of your washing machine by using

the mode key. Each time you press on this key, the symbol of a function will

be displayed on the electronic instrument.

SELECT BUTTON

To activate the function use the select key and the function symbol will be

show on the electronic display. You can then change the settings.

NOTE:During pause mode and at the end of a cycle the machine must be

turned to 0 (stop) before selecting the next programme.

FUNCTION BUTTONS

Rinse hold

This function is recommended to be used when the clothes cannot

be taken immediately after the end of the program.This will

prevent occurrence of wrinkles. When this button is pressed, the

last rinsing water is not drained. For the program to continue from

the same point, repress the same button.

Extra rinse

You can have one more rinsing done in addition to the rinses

which your machine has made in all washing programs by using

this function.

Soak

Using this function will ensure better cleaning by leaving your

clothes in water with detergent for a certain period of time before

your machine takes in the initial water and starts washing. This

function is recommended to be used for very dirty clothes.

Easy ironing

By using this function, you can ensure your clothes to come out

less wrinkled after the washing.

Plus water

By using this function, you can enable your machine to take in

some more water than the amount in the normal washing

operation. This will decrease the friction that occurs between your

clothes.This function is recommended to be used for your

sensitive clothes or for the ones you desire to be rinsed really well.

Stain remove

You can ensure a more intensive washing with keeping fixed the

temperature during the washing by using this function. It is

advised that you should use this function in very dirty and stained

laundries.

Note: A list of available functions can be found at the back of this

instruction book. More than one additional function can be selected at

once.

Adjusting wash water temperature

You can adjust the wash water temperature acording to the

programme that you have selected, using this function.

WARNING

You can not set the wash water temperature into more than the

temperature of the programme that you have selected.

Adjusting the spin cycle

Using this function, you can adjust the spin cycle depending

on the feature of your machine.

NOTE: Ensure the spin setting is correct for delicate items.

Child lock

While a washing process is carried out in your

machine, a child lock is available so that the

programme flow can not be affected when the

buttons of the machine are pressed. Child lock

will be activated after pressing the start/pause key

on the control panel for a period of 3

seconds.

When it is activated, “ LOCK” signal will appear

on the time indicator.To deactivate it, you should

press on the same key for a period of 3

seconds. When it is deactivated, “ UNLOCK”

signal will be displayed on the time indicator. Child

lock will deactivate itself at the end of the

programme.

WARNING

Function selection and confirmation keys of your machine will be deactivated

when child lock is in use.

Adjustment of the programme start time

Using this function, you can adjust after how long the washing

process should start. Once you have selected this function, time

indicator will be activated.

Time Indicator

PROGRAM KNOB

With the program knob, you can select the program with which you desire to

wash your clothes. You can adjust the program selection process by turning

the program knob in both directions. You must be careful that the adjustment

sign of the program knob is exactly on the program you want to select. When

you bring the program knob to STOP(off) position, while your machine is

running, your program will remain incomplete.

STOP Off

1 Cotton 90˚ Rinsing

2 Cotton 60˚(Prewash) Spinning

3 Cotton 60˚ Draining

4 Cotton 40˚

5 Eco wash

6 Cotton 30˚

7 Quick wash

8 Cotton cold

9 Mix wash

10 Synthetic 60˚

11 Baby clothes wash

12 Synthetic 40˚

13 Sport wear

14 Synthetic cold

15 Curtain wash

16 Delicate 30˚

17 Delicate cold

18 Hand wash

19 Wool 30˚

20 Wool cold

SECTION 5: WASHING YOUR LAUNDRY

• Plug in the machine.

• Open the water supply.

First wash cycle

We recommend the first wash cycle should be made without any laundry.Use

programme 1 without any detergent.

BEFORE WASHING

• Arrange your clothes according to their types (cotton, synthetic,

sensitive, woolen, etc.),washing temperatures and level of dirtiness.

• Never wash your white and coloured clothes together.

• Since your new coloured clothes may shed dye on the first wash,

wash them separately.

• Be careful that no metal pieces are found on or in the pockets of your

clothes, remove if there is any.

• Zip and button up your clothes.

• Remove the plastic or metal hooks of the curtains and laces or place

them inside a washing bag and tie.

• Turn trousers,knitted fabric,t-shirt and sweat shirt inside out.

• Wash your small clothes like socks and handkerchiefs in a washing

bag.

Wash up to 90 ˚C Wash up to 60 ˚C Wash up to 30 ˚C Not machine

washable

Placement of the clothes into the machine

• Open the door of your machine.

• Place clothes in your machine.

• When you shut the door of your machine, be careful that nothing is

jammed between the cover and the rubber seal.

• Shut the door of your machine tightly otherwise your machine will not

start the washing process.

Filling detergent in the machine

The quantity of the detergent that you will fill in your machine depends on the

following criteria:

• Your detergent consumption will change according to the soil level

of your clothes. For your slightly dirty clothes, do not pre-wash and

put a small amount of detergent in the compartment no.2 of the

detergent drawer.

• For your excessively dirty clothes, select a program with pre-

washing, fill ¼ portion of the detergent you will put in compartment

1 in the detergent drawer and the remaining portion in compartment

• In your machine,use the detergents developed especially for

automatic washing machines. The quantities that will be used for

your clothes are written on the packing of the detergents.

• As the hardness of your water increases, the amount of the

detergent to be consumed will also increase.

• As the amount of your clothes increases, the amount of the

detergent to be consumed will also increase.

• Fill your softener in the softener compartment in your detergent

drawer. Do not exceed the MAX level. Otherwise, the softener will

diffuse in the washing water via the siphon.

• The softeners with high density should be diluted with some water

before filling in the drawer. That is because the softener with high

density obstructs the siphon and prevents the flow of the softener.

• You can use fluid detergents in all programs without pre-washing.

For this, mount the fluid detergent level plate in the second

compartment of the detergent drawer and arrange the amount of

fluid detergent according to the levels on this plate.

OPERATING THE THE WASHING MACHINE

Selection of the programme

• Select the programme suitable for your clothes from Table-1(Page 17).

• Adjust the programme that you have selected by using programme knob.

• The cycle time will be displayed.

NOTE: If you are trying to spin a small load the appliance may take some

time to balance the load before spinning commences. You may need to

increase the load to successfully complete the spinning cycle. To conserve

energy we recommend spinning full loads.

Adjustment of the programme start time

To set the programme start time:

• Select the symbol

located on the electronic

display by using Mode key.

• You can set the programme start time as you

request with time intervals of one hour, using

select key.

• The symbol

will remain illuminated until the programme has been

completed.

Programme end times are indicated in the table-2. If the programme start

times are not set, washing process will be started in the time depending on

the programme feature.

Adjustment of the temperature

To carry out the adjustment of the temperature:

• Move the symbol

located on the electronic

display by using Mode key.

• Maximum washing temperature of the programme that you have selected

will be displayed on the time indicator.

• You can reduce this temperature up to the washing temperature you

request by using the select key. These levels will appear on the time

indicator.

• If you want to cancel the temperature, press on

the select key until “ COLD” signal is displayed

on the time indicator. When ”COLD” signal

appears, the symbol

will be displayed.

• If you have skipped the temperature level that you have requested, you

can again adjust this temperature by pushing on the select key

repeatedly. If you have selected a different temperature from the

maximum temperature, the symbol

on the electronic display will remain

illuminated until to the completion of the programme.

Washing temperature levels are indicated in table-2(Page 19). If the

adjustment of the temperature is not carried out, washing process will be

performed at a maximum temperature depended on the programme feature.

Adjustment of the spin cycle

To carry out the adjustment of spin cycle:

• Select the symbol

located on the electronic

display by using Mode key.

• Maximum spin cycle of the programme that you have selected will be

displayed on the time indicator.

• You can reduce spin by using select key. These levels will appear on the

time indicator.

• If you want to cancel the spin operation, press

the select key until “ NO SPIN” signal is

displayed on the time indicator. When “ NO

SPIN” signal appears, the symbol will be

displayed.

• If you have skipped the spin cycle level that you have requested, you can

again adjust the spin cycle by pushing on the select key repeatedly. If you

have selected a different spin cycle from the maximum spin cycle, the

symbol

on the electronic display will remain illuminated until the

completion of the programme.

Spin cycles are illustrated in the table-2. If the adjustment of the spin cycle is

not carried out, spin operation will be performed at a maximum spin cycle

depended on the programme feature.

Selection of an additional function

You can use the additional function specified in the table-1, depending on

the feature of the programme appropriate to your laundries you have

selected. For you to activate the additional functions:

• Press the mode button until the additional

function that you want lights up on the display.

• When selected the function symbol will blink and

“OFF” will be displayed. Press the select button

to activate the function.

• “ON” signal will be displayed on the time indicator.

• If you have selected an additional function, the symbol of the function you

have selected will remain on until the completion of the programme.

You can use adjust all of the additional functions described in the table-1 in

the washing operation according to the feature of the programme you have

selected.

To change additional function

To remove a selected function from the washing operation:

• Select the additional function by using the mode

key. “ ON” signal will appear on the time

indicator.

• Press the select key. “ OFF” signal will be

displayed on the time indicator.

The additional function you do not want to use will be removed from the

washing process.

To change the programme

To remove a programme:

• Press start/ pause key button.

• The symbol will light up on the display.

• Turn the programme knob into the position 0 (stop).

• Set the programme knob to a programme as you desire. (You can choose

the programme you wish from the table-1)

• After you also adjust the other features, you can

operate your washing machine by pressing start/

pause key. When your machine is started, the

symbol will turned on the display.

Cancelling the programme

If you want to finish a programme early:

• Press start/ pause button.

• The symbol will light up on the display.

• Turn the programme knob into the position 0 (stop).

• Move the programme knob on one that you want

from “Spinning” or “Draining” programmes.

• Operate the programme that you have selected

by pressing start /pause. When your machine

starts to operate, the symbol will light up on

the display.

Completion of the programme

• Your machine stops when the programme that

you have selected finishes and “END” signal will

appear on the time indicator.

• Turn the programme knob into the position 0 (stop).

• The door lock of your machine will open itself about two minutes after the

programme ends. Pull the door handle towards yourself and open the

door.

• After removing your laundry leave the door open in order to let the

machine dry.

WARNING

If the electricity supply is cut during a washing programme, when the supply is

re-connected the machine will resume in the same programme. This will not

damage the machine.

Table-2 changes according to the feature of your machine. If your machine is

1400 spin, refer to the table-2 (1400rpm).

MAX DRY LOAD

CAPACITY (kg)

PROGRAM

DETERGENT

COMPART.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTION

BUTTON

KVWA146SL

TYPE OF LAUNDRY EXPLANATIONS

1-COTTON 90˚ 26

Soiled cotton and linen

2-COTTON 60˚

(PREWASH)

1+2 6

Soiled cotton, coloured and

linen

3-COTTON 60˚ 26

Soiled cotton, coloured and

linen

4-COTTON 40˚ 26

Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen

5-ECO

WASH

Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen

6-COTTON 30˚ 26

Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen

7-QUICK WASH 2 3

Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen

8-COTTON

COLD

Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen. Cold

wash.

9-MIX WASH 2 6

Soiled or very stained ,

cotton, coloured and linen

Underwear, sheet,

table cloth, t-shirt,

shirt, towel

10-SYNTHETIC 60˚ 23

Soiled synthetic or synthetic

mixture

Nylon socks, blouse

11-BABY CLOTHES

WASH

Baby laundry All baby laundry

12-SYNTHETIC 40˚ 23

Slightly soiled synthetic or

synthetic mixture

Nylon socks, blouse

TABLE-1

MAX DRY LOAD

CAPACITY (kg)

PROGRAM

DETERGENT

COMPART.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTION

BUTTON

KVWA146SL

TYPE OF LAUNDRY EXPLANATIONS

13-SPORT

CLOTHES

Sport clothes

All sport clothes and

jeans

14-SYNTHETIC

COLD

Slightly soiled synthetic or

synthetic mixture sensitive

laundry.Cold water wash.

Nylon socks, blouse

15-CURTAIN

WASH

1+2 2

Tulle and curtain as

sensitive laundry

Tulle, curtain, diolen,

dralon

16-DELICATE 30˚ 22

Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured, synthetic or

synthetic mixture sensitive

laundry

17-DELICATE

COLD

Slightly soiled cold water

wash cotton, coloured,

synthetic or synthetic

mixture sensitive laundry

Silk mixture, shirt,

blouse, polyester,

poliamid, mixture

textile

18-HAND

WASH

Slightly soiled wash in hand

cotton, coloured, synthetic

or synthetic mixture laundry

Hand wash to all

laundry

19-WOOL 30˚ 22

Soiled, hand and machine

to wash wool laundry

20-WOOL COLD 22

Very slightly soiled, cold

water, hand and machine to

wash wool laundry

All wool laundry

RINSING

When you need an additional rinsing to be done to your clothes after the washing process, you can use this program for all kinds of clothes.

SPINNING

When you need an additional spinning to be done to your clothes after the washing process, you can use this program for all kinds of

clothes.

DRAINING

This program is used to drain the dirty water inside after the washing process of your machine. If you want the water inside your machine to

be drained before the program ends, you can use this program.

TABLE-1 CONTINUE

PROGRAM PROGRAM TIME

WASHING

TEMPARATURE

ADJUSTMENT

SPIN SPEED ADJUSTMENT

1-COTTON 90˚ 2 hour 38 minute

90-80-70-60-50-45-

40-35-30-cold